Counter Culture Sharbo Maro vs Greater Goods Coffee Co. Ethiopia Kolla Bolcha
Two coffees that land close together on paper: same roast level, also from Ethiopia and shares floral. Side by side, from each roaster's own listing.
| Sharbo Maro | Ethiopia Kolla Bolcha | |
|---|---|---|
| Roaster | Counter Culture | Greater Goods Coffee Co. |
| Format | Whole bean | Whole bean · Ground |
| Roast | Light | Light |
| Origin | Ethiopia | Ethiopia |
| Process | Washed | Washed |
| Tasting notes | black tea, floral, limeade | subtle, delicate, stone fruit, floral, tea |
| Caffeine | Regular | Regular |
| Certifications | USDA Organic, Kosher | — |
| Typical price | $$$ | $$$$ |
Sharbo Maro
Black tea, floral and limeade. Black tea leads the notes, so expect a light, tea-like cup. Washed Ethiopian, light roast, from 1,850 meters, organic and kosher. Go in expecting something light-bodied and bright.
Pick it if black tea and limeade sound good to you; organic matters to you.
Best for Tea drinkers and fans of light, bright coffee
See Sharbo Maro →Ethiopia Kolla Bolcha
Subtle and delicate are right there in the notes, alongside stone fruit, floral and tea. This washed Ethiopian landrace is roasted light and roasted to order. Grinds are sold for pour-over and drip, which suit a quiet cup like this.
Pick it if subtle, delicate and stone fruit sound good to you.
Best for Pour-over drinkers who prefer delicate, tea-like coffee
See Ethiopia Kolla Bolcha →Built from each roaster's own product listing and our takes. We haven't tasted these side by side; see how we research.